Retreats and Events at the Ananda Verandah

The Ananda Verandah (aka Blue Verandah), an 1889 East End Victorian in Ojai, features an art studio, a grand gallery room, a salt-water swimming pool, spa, outdoor firepit, outdoor theatre, citrus trees and teahouses in the avocado orchard. Named after a screened-in porch that encircles three quarters of the house, the Ananda (meaning Bliss) Verandah provides places to sit and create with views of the garden, pool, orchard and mountains. Whether one is painting, meditating, watching the sunset, dining or lounging, there is a serenity here that lends wonderfully to focusing and opening up on many levels.

Many art and yoga retreats have been held here, as well as concerts, performances, art salons and exhibitions. Accommodations are available for overnight retreat participants. For information, contact Kelly Luscombe Bea.